{"id":5652,"date":"2019-07-12T13:26:35","date_gmt":"2019-07-12T11:26:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.englischer-garten-muenchen-infos.de\/unkategorisiert\/walk-munich-day-trip-english-garden\/"},"modified":"2025-11-14T17:31:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T16:31:18","slug":"walk-munich-day-trip-english-garden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.englischer-garten-muenchen-infos.de\/en\/activities-in-the-english-garden\/walk-munich-day-trip-english-garden\/","title":{"rendered":"Walk Munich – Day trip English Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nA beautiful walk in Munich: The English Garden offers the most beautiful sights and green oases for a perfect day trip.<\/p>\n

The southern part of the English Garden<\/a> is the easiest place to go. This is the closest to the old town, the easiest to reach and offers many well-known sights<\/a> such as the famous Eisbachwelle<\/a>, the Monopteros<\/a> and the beer garden at the Chinese Tower.<\/a> You can find a complete overview in our article“the great beer gardens in the English Garden<\/a>“.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for more peace and quiet, head to the northern part of the English Garden.<\/a><\/p>\n

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You can also take a tour through the English Garden<\/a> or the Old Town – tip from our partner GetYourGuide<\/a> (advertising):<\/p>\n

Save money with the M\u00fcnchen CARD or experience Munich all inclusive with the CITY PASS<\/a><\/p>\n

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One of the largest parks in the world awaits you on the Munich walk.<\/h2>\n

The English Garden is Munich’s green lung. Recreation and city flair are rarely as close together as here. Sport, games, leisure and fun alternate with oases of peace. It offers many opportunities for walks or a short hike. There are enough destinations.<\/p>\n

Beautiful sights, plenty of greenery, lots of people and secluded spots go hand in hand in the English Garden. With 375 hectares and a length of 5 km, it is one of the largest parks in the world, so you should definitely bring some time with you.<\/p>\n

Tip – <\/strong>the complete tour including exact directions and a map of the English Garden can be downloaded here free of charge: Munich walk<\/strong> to print out and take with you as a .PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Ludmi\u0142a Pilecka<\/a>, English Garden from Monopteros<\/a>, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/p>\n

This day trip takes place in the lively southern part of the English Garden. A map with exact directions<\/strong>can be found below. If you want to stay a little longer and are looking for seclusion and tranquillity, head to the northern section at the bridge by the Seehaus.<\/p>\n

The stops on this excursion are the attractive Eisbach wave with Munich’s legendary surfers, the Japanese teahouse directly behind the Haus der Kunst, the Monopteros with its magnificent view over the green meadows and the famous Chinese Tower with its beer garden.<\/p>\n

The route continues past the Rumfordschl\u00f6ssl, the former officers’ mess, and to Kleinhesseloher See with the Seehaus restaurant and beer garden.<\/p>\n

The tour starts at the Eisbachwelle on Prinzregentenstra\u00dfe, next to the Haus der Kunst. The best way to get to the starting point and back is explained below.<\/p>\n

Guided walk through the English Garden – Mystical tour with interesting facts and stories<\/h3>\n

If you would like to take a guided walk<\/a> (duration approx. 2.5 hours), take a look at the tour “from our partner GetYourGuide (advertising). This mystical tour takes you through the southern part of the English Garden.<\/p>\n

Here we go.<\/h3>\n
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The Bavarian State Chancellery at Hofgarten is on the way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

From Odeonsplatz you walk through the Hofgarten and past the Bavarian State Chancellery to the southern part of the English Garden. Instead of following the flow of people through the underpass, you choose the route via the traffic lights.<\/p>\n

From here you can already see the Haus der Kunst. At its right end is a bridge under which the Eisbach flows and forms its famous wave. The walk takes around 15 minutes.<\/p>\n

And so the excursion continues in the English Garden<\/strong><\/p>\n

Station 1: Surfing in the city on the Eisbach wave and\/or a visit to the Haus der Kunst<\/h3>\n
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Eisbach surfers at the Eisbach wave in Munich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

River surfing is possible in Munich: the Eisbach wave is one of the most famous spots in the world for surfing in the city. But the Eisbach wave in the English Garden is not only a world-famous highlight for surfers.<\/p>\n

In summer and winter alike, the surf pros cavort at this surf spot and are admired and applauded by large crowds of tourists. It’s great fun to see who skilfully takes the wave or is forced into the cold water right after the start.<\/p>\n

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Eisbach surfer on the way to the start<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It is quite surprising for visitors to the city to come across people with surfboards at any time of day, night or year.<\/p>\n

They sit on their bikes in wetsuits, surfboards clamped under their arms, or awkwardly climb out of their cars on Prinzregentenstra\u00dfe. If you see any, they are Eisbach surfers on their way to the Eisbach wave<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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You can also take a tour through the English Garden<\/a> or the Old Town – tip from our partner GetYourGuide<\/a> (advertising):<\/p>\n

Save money with the M\u00fcnchen CARD or experience Munich all inclusive with the CITY PASS<\/a><\/p>\n

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Munich Card and Munich City Pass (advertising)<\/p>\n
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A detour to the Haus der Kunst<\/h4>\n

Those who enjoy art can make a detour to the Haus der Kunst<\/a>. There, current exhibitions sharpen the senses for contemporary art from a wide variety of viewpoints.<\/p>\n

Let yourself be inspired, delighted or amazed by the ideas and thoughts that can arise from a visit. We estimate around 1 hour for a visit to an exhibition.<\/p>\n

In the Golden Bar<\/a> at the back of the building, you can drink coffee steeped in history and enjoy the view of the greenery.<\/p>\n

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House of Art Munich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you want to fortify yourself before the tour, stop by Fr\u00e4ulein Gr\u00fcneis<\/a>. The former Kloh\u00e4usl offers delicious cappuccino, homemade cakes, snacks and two hot dishes of the day.<\/p>\n

Station 2: Japanese teahouse directly behind the Haus der Kunst<\/h3>\n

Not far from the Eisbachwelle, directly behind the Haus der Kunst, the Japanese teahouse Kanshoan<\/a> is idyllically situated on a small island.<\/p>\n

From April to October, Japanese tea ceremonies take place or are taught here.<\/p>\n

If you want to watch and get involved in the event, you will either find inner peace or become so jittery from the slowness that you can’t stand it any longer – try it out for yourself.<\/p>\n

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Japanese teahouse in the English Garden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Teahouse Urasenke<\/h4>\n

The tea house is run by a group from the Urasenke tea school. It consists of both German and Japanese members.<\/p>\n

During the Japan Festival<\/a> in June, the tea house is open all the time and you can take part in a tea ceremony. Otherwise you should visit the website to find out the dates.<\/p>\n

Station 3: Monopteros – magnificent view of the city<\/h3>\n

Three reasons for the “little climb” up to the Monopteros<\/a>: the beautiful view of the English Garden, the silhouette of the city, the beautiful building with its ornamentation.<\/p>\n

A monopteros is a round building with columns and a roof, without a closed interior. In the Classicist and Baroque periods, monoperties were often built in English or French gardens.<\/p>\n

The Monopteros in Munich has 10 columns.<\/p>\n

It is richly decorated and has a beautiful domed roof. King Ludwig had it built in honor of Elector Karl Theodor. The project was decided in 1831, but the building was not completed until 1936\/37.<\/p>\n

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Magnificent view from the Monopteros<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Monopteros in Munich stands on a small hill and is a striking landmark of the English Garden. It offers a wonderful view of the greenery and the sunbathing and party area on the Eisbach\/Schwabinger Bach.<\/p>\n

The view of the towers of the Frauenkirche and the Theatinerkirche is also magnificent. And there is another reason for the popularity of the Monopteros Munich. It provides the perfect backdrop for wedding photos!<\/p>\n

Just behind the Monopteros is the large, semi-circular stone bench, which can be reached via a small bridge and invites you to linger.<\/p>\n

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Station 4: Chinese tower with the beer garden<\/h3>\n

Another landmark of the English Garden is the Chinese Tower<\/a>. It burned down completely during the Second World War, but was reconstructed and reopened in 1952.<\/p>\n

Inside the building there is a spiral staircase that connects the floors.<\/p>\n

The landmark also includes the beer garden at the Chinese Tower.<\/p>\n

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Chinese Tower in the English Garden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The popular beer garden at the Chinese Tower<\/a> offers all the traditional dishes and delicious, drinkable beer. He invites you to take a break with a snack of pork knuckle, radish, Obazdn and a giant pretzel.<\/p>\n

Tip: If you are traveling with children, it might be better to sit in the back part of the beer garden because there is a very nice playground there, which you can supervise very well from the seats.<\/p>\n

If you don’t have that much time, you can end the excursion now and walk back the same way.<\/p>\n

Station 5: Rumfordschl\u00f6ssl Nature and cultural meeting place in the English Garden<\/h3>\n

You pass the Rumfordschl\u00f6ssl<\/a> (Rumfordhaus) when you walk from the Chinaturm in the direction of Kleinhesseloher See and Seehaus.<\/p>\n

Despite the four pillars on the front of the house, it is not immediately obvious that this is a small castle.<\/p>\n

Formerly an officers’ mess, it is now a nature, culture and youth center run by the Munich District Youth Council. The beautiful Schl\u00f6ssl has another playground behind the house.<\/p>\n

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Rumfordschl\u00f6ssl in the English Garden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

From here you cross the paved road for the buses and walk along the large recreational meadows to Kleinhesseloher See.<\/p>\n

People play sports on the meadows, test slacklines, play soccer or simply chill out.<\/p>\n

Station 6: Pedal boating at Kleinhesseloher See and the Seehaus Munich<\/h3>\n

Kleinhesseloher See<\/a> is located right in the middle of the English Garden. It was artificially created in 1803, with three small islands in the middle that were completely taken over by ducks and geese.<\/p>\n

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Kleinhesseloher Lake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The lake is a popular excursion destination for Munich residents and tourists. The idyllic location and the lake with the low-hanging willows and the islands in the middle are ideal for walks.<\/p>\n

The beautiful circular path around the lake is lined with benches that invite you to take a break and enjoy a beautiful view of the dark, reflective surface of the lake and the greenery of the English Garden.<\/p>\n

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\"Tours<\/a>
Tours in Munich, English Garden or Viktualienmarkt (Advertising)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You can also take a tour through the English Garden<\/a> or the Old Town – tip from our partner GetYourGuide<\/a> (advertising):<\/p>\n

Save money with the M\u00fcnchen CARD or experience Munich all inclusive with the CITY PASS<\/a><\/p>\n

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Munich Card and Munich City Pass (advertising)<\/p>\n
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Walk Munich Tip: Pedal boating …<\/h4>\n

The boat rental at Kleinhesseloher See is very popular with families and young couples.<\/p>\n

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There are pedal boats and rowing boats for hire at the lake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Beer garden and great restaurant directly on Kleinhesseloher See<\/h4>\n

And if you’re hungry now, it’s best to stop off at the Seehaus. It has a beer garden and an elegant restaurant with rooms for various events.<\/p>\n

Of course, there is also a caf\u00e9 and cake. In the beer garden you have a great view of the Kleinhesseloher See. What’s more, the sunset is breathtaking…<\/p>\n

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Seehaus beer garden at Kleinhesseloher See<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

End of the short hiking tour<\/h4>\n

You have reached your destination and the tour ends here. This is how it goes back:<\/p>\n